How to Promote Independent Play When Working From Home with Jill Lerman | JillyBeansNYC
In this episode, Jill Lerman, a play and parenting coach, discusses the importance of independent play for children and how working parents can balance their responsibilities while fostering their child's development. Jill emphasizes the need to reframe independent play as a gift rather than a tool for parental convenience, and she provides practical strategies for facilitating play without direct involvement. The conversation covers various aspects of independent play, including its developmental stages, the significance of the environment, and the importance of connection between parent and child. Jill also addresses common myths about independent play and offers insights on how to create engaging play experiences for children.
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Chapters 00:00 Intro & Meet Our Guest 01:22 Balancing Independent Play and Work 11:58 The Nine Minute Rule for Connection 17:09 Stages of Independent Play Development 24:22 Understanding Child Engagement 27:36 Creating the Right Play Environment 30:28 Maximizing Play Potential 33:14 Encouraging Independent Play 37:29 Simplifying Play for Parents 41:12 Rapid Fire Insights on Play 49:56 OUTRO